noun HSK 4
Traditional 勇氣
courage · bravery · guts
Meaning
勇气 refers to the mental or moral strength to face difficulty, danger, pain, or fear. It describes the quality of being brave and having the willingness to confront challenging situations despite being afraid.
Usage
勇气 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. It often appears in motivational or inspirational speech, as well as everyday conversation about facing challenges. Native speakers frequently use it with verbs like 有 (to have), 需要 (to need), or 鼓起 (to muster up).
Examples
- 01他鼓起勇气向她表白了。.He mustered up the courage to confess his feelings to her.
- 02面对困难需要很大的勇气。.It takes great courage to face difficulties.
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Common collocations
- 有勇气to have courage
- 鼓起勇气to muster up courage
- 需要勇气to need courage
- 缺乏勇气to lack courage
Antonyms
Origin
勇 originally depicted a warrior in ancient Chinese, representing bravery in battle. 气 refers to vital energy or spirit. Together, 勇气 literally means 'brave spirit' or the inner strength that enables courageous action.